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      06-23-2014, 02:37 AM   #44
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Originally Posted by FogCityM3 View Post
Agree, but just wondering whether the high torque of the M4 is just so limited by traction to 40-50 mph. Beyond a certain point the bhp being in excess of what the rear tires can handle isn't going to help. 40-100, 60-120+, 1/4 trap speed much better indicators of car being fast.
Was thinking the same thing; traction is king for the 0-100 kph run (as we have seen with various all-wheel drive Audis). Maybe the M235i hit the "sweet spot" in regards to this. Just thinking out loud - I'm committed to the F80!
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